Tax Intern, Core Tax Services - Winter 2028 (San Antonio)
About The Position
The Tax Intern, Core Tax Services supports BDO’s client base by preparing tax returns and extensions under the supervision of experienced Core Tax Services professionals. The role offers hands-on exposure to the firm’s practices and people and an opportunity to build professional relationships while developing a tax career. The intern supports tax compliance, including collecting filing data, preparing simple returns using tax software, preparing quarterly estimates and extensions, assisting with IRS notices and year-end filing projections, and organizing workpapers and files for review. The role also assists with income tax provision components under ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48), tax research and consulting, and monitoring tax-law and client developments to share relevant viewpoints with the client service team. The intern follows applicable regulations and firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Accounting or another relevant field.
- Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team setting.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to prepare simple tax returns.
- Seeks guidance from appropriate superiors on compliance-related issues.
Nice To Haves
- Pursuing a master’s degree in Accounting or another relevant field.
- Leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare simple tax returns and extensions for review using tax software.
- Use referencing systems and workpapers that tie to tax returns, and organize files to minimize reviewer rework.
- Collect data needed to meet filing requirements and take initiative regarding impending due dates and engagement letters.
- Prepare quarterly estimates and assist with responses to Internal Revenue Service notices and projections of year-end filings.
- Assist with components of income tax provisions under ASC 740, including FAS 109 and FIN 48.
- Assist in developing, recommending, and implementing effective methods to maximize client benefits, including reducing current and future taxes.
- Use online research tools to gather relevant tax information.
- Monitor tax law and client factual developments regularly and communicate relevant viewpoints to client service team personnel.
- Follow applicable authorities and firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) beneficial ownership opportunity
- Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
